That’s what it is all about – it is the 31st trophy I’ve won.
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But rather than claim it as his own, the Portuguese chose to credit his predecessor, Louis van Gaal, with the success.
Mourinho said after the game that his decision was purely tactical, that he substituted Mata because Leicester were bombarding United’s goal with aerial balls, and he wanted a taller presence for the final few minutes.
“I’m very proud and I’m very happy because we worked so hard”.
“It is probably the biggest club that I have ever played in, the only one that compares is Milan”.
“I dedicate it to him and to my seven players who were not involved. In this moment, we are not a super team, but we are a team with a super desire”.
Mourinho is nothing if not quick on his feet.
We honestly can’t begin to imagine what Mourinho has against the man.
The 34-year-old joined United on a free transfer from Paris St Germain during the summer and added to his impressive career medal tally after rising to meet Antonio Valencia’s deep cross to settle the Wembley contest 2-1.
Jesse Lingard, who netted the victor in the FA Cup Final in May, burst through the Leicester defence and calmly slotted the ball past Kasper Schmeichel to become the first United player to score in the FA Cup Final and subsequent Community Shield since Eric Cantona in 1996.
The England left-back believes lifting the Community Shield can only be a good thing ahead of the new Premier League season and was full of praise for fellow defender Eric Bailly, who was also making his debut against the Foxes.
Cape Town – While he admits it is unlikely, Manchester United manager Jose Mourinho revealed he wants his side to win every match they play this season in all competitions. He was then hauled off again in the 93rd minute with the game all but won. “We understand each other, and that’s a good thing”.
“I am very pleased with our performance”, he said.
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“Something big is going on with our team”.
